HC Deb 30 October 1986 vol 103 cc256-7W
Mr. Wareing

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what plans he has to propose changes in the common agricultural policy following the recent agreement reached by the member countries of the general agreement on tariffs and trade at Punta del Este; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gummer

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Thurnham

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will give the latest estimate of the amount of the EEC budget for 1986 to be spent on the common agricultural policy.

Mr. Jopling

The EC budget for 1986 provides 23,104 mecu for expenditure under the common agricultural policy. This is about 66 per cent. of the total budget.